Chain Fragment with Suspensory Bar

Roman

1st–7th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Chain Fragment with Suspensory Bar
Date: 1st–7th century
Culture: Roman
Medium: Copper alloy
Dimensions: Overall: 2 5/8 x 1 3/4 x 5/16 in. (6.6 x 4.5 x 0.8 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Bronze
Credit Line: Purchase, De Souhami Collection, Rogers Fund, 1906
Object Number: 06.176.85
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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